Level 2 Digital Technology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms Montrose-Arnold.
Level Up Your Tech Craft: Year 12 Digital Technologies
Calling all aspiring digital creators! This advanced course takes your digital skills to the next level. You'll delve into the world of databases, app development, and design, preparing you to build sophisticated digital solutions.
What You'll Master:
- Database Development: Learn to design and manage relational databases, the backbone of many applications.
- App Development and Design: Dive deep into mobile app development, mastering the process from concept to creation.
- User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design: Craft intuitive and user-friendly experiences for your apps, considering both aesthetics and functionality.
- Reflective Practice: Analyze and reflect on the app development process through an end-of-course exam. You'll critically evaluate your design decisions, user experience, and potential areas for improvement.
Why Choose This Course?
- Become a Full-Stack Developer: Gain a comprehensive skillset, covering both backend (databases) and frontend (app development and design).
- Build a Portfolio Project: Showcase your app development skills with a final project, impressing universities and potential employers.
- Develop Critical Thinking: Learn to analyze your work and user feedback, fostering an iterative design process.
- Prepare for University: Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills required for advanced computer science or design programs.
- Become a Future-Ready Tech Expert: Master in-demand skills that are crucial in today's technology-driven world.
Year 12 Digital Technologies is ideal for students who are passionate about creating impactful applications and shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to embark on your journey as a digital innovator?
This course is also part of the Pathways in Technology programme, which gives you the opportunity to gain extra learning from tertiary lecturers at MIT. Once a week, you will be attending lectures at MIT in Tech Park and complete Level 4 papers on programming, database and web development. Transport will be provided and PTech will cover the fees for your course at MIT.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 3 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
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Pathway Tags
Mining Engineer, Auditor, Accounts Officer, Business Analyst, Software Developer, Chemist, Electronics Engineer, Automotive Electrician, Microbiologist, Biomedical Engineer, Meteorologist, Fashion Designer, Industrial Designer, Information Technology Helpdesk/Support Technician, Information Technology Manager, Systems Administrator, Graphic Pre-press Worker, Energy and Chemical Plant Operator, Game Developer, Glass Processor, Locksmith, Photographer, Recreation Co-ordinator, Test Analyst, Network Administrator, Geospatial Specialist, Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, Data Analyst, Animator/Digital Artist, Accountant, Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actuary, Acupuncturist, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Aeronautical Engineer, Aeroplane Pilot, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Air Traffic Controller, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Product Assembler, Paramedic, Anaesthetic Technician, Animal Care Attendant, Beekeeper, Building Surveyor,
Disclaimer
Any information, costs or standards may change.